A Step Up With A Grand Mix of Styles

After the great acceptance of "Young Americans" (no surprise), Bowie once again reevaluated himself and mixed a little funk with some serious drama vocals. Sure, the lengthy title track has some nice special effects and a three-tiered bridge That keeps the momentum going, but there is so much more. Other than the finger snapping "Golden Years" and the techno-pop endlessly repeating chorus of "TVC15" (a slam on MTV), Bowie tries his voice at 'high' vocal drama. Both "Wild Is The Wind" and the funkier, "Stay" show Bowie's remarkable vocal range. It's no wonder the BANES additions were included. It's a satisfying combination and, once again, Bowie succeeds.